next-gen
adjective
: of or relating to a potential, forthcoming, or brand-new version of an existing product or technology : next-generation
next-gen medicines
Next-gen tactical lasers will likely be electrically-powered and diode-pumped, since chemical lasers require storage and transport of heavy ingredients.—
Eric Adams
Eric AdamsThose plans could include solar panels, modern heating and cooling systems, and next-gen tech to support a fleet of electric-powered buses.—Justin Engel
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The next-gen Xbox has been rumored to launch in late 2027 or possibly 2028.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 10 June 2026
Highlights include safety and tolerability data on Eli Lilly’s next-gen obesity drug, detailed data from a mid-stage study on the obesity drug that Pfizer acquired from Metsera, and new data on Boehringer Ingelheim’s obesity drug.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 8 June 2026
Take your pick between next-gen Cantonese or a California pizza party.
—Becky Duffett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026
This company expanded its next-gen firewall spend and selected secure access service edge (SASE) for more than 25,000 employees.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 2 June 2026
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Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 10 June 2026
Highlights include safety and tolerability data on Eli Lilly’s next-gen obesity drug, detailed data from a mid-stage study on the obesity drug that Pfizer acquired from Metsera, and new data on Boehringer Ingelheim’s obesity drug.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 8 June 2026
Take your pick between next-gen Cantonese or a California pizza party.
—Becky Duffett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026
This company expanded its next-gen firewall spend and selected secure access service edge (SASE) for more than 25,000 employees.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 2 June 2026
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“Next-gen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/next-gen. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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